G7 Leaders Commit to Economic Resilience and Joint Critical Minerals Strategy

This commitment addresses critical vulnerabilities in global supply chains for minerals essential to modern technology and defense. By establishing a joint stockpile and coordinated strategy, G7 nations are reducing economic coercion risks and strengthening their resilience against supply disruptions—directly affecting technology prices, manufacturing competitiveness, and geopolitical leverage. Japan's dual focus on economic security and regional defense considerations signals how trade and security are now inseparable policy domains.